Just like Carter promised, the dinner was indeed late. Selene wasn’t even sure that anyone could call it dinner. It was almost 11 pm when all the guests arrived, and the bartender was glad to see James, who was now chatting lively with his husband.

James noticed Selene and waved his hand at her, beckoning her closer. The young woman shrugged her leather jacket, dropping it on one of the bar stools, hoping that it won’t bother anyone, especially if Mr. Peters wasn't ...